About 2025 Tucson Subaru Pets of Pima Parade & Friends of PACC Festival

Tucson Subaru Pets of Pima Parade & Friends of PACC Festival is Pima County's signature event celebrating the animal companion's who enrich our lives and community. The event raises critical support to    

  • Canines and their people will walk in the Raising Cane's Procesión de los Perros.
  • Felines and their humans are welcome to walk or ride in the TEP Cat Convoy.
  • All other pet types, including pigs, goats, reptiles, birds, and pocket pets, will be featured in the Pet Pride portion of the parade.
  • Music, food, classic cars, costumed characters, entertainers, fire trucks, the Friends of PACC Festival, AND so much more!
    Where: 6th Ave and East 7th Street
    When: Sunday, March 2, 2025. Parade starts at 10 a.m. 
    Why: Support pets and people served by Pima Animal Care Center!
    How: Register as an individual or as a team with friends, family, or co-workers. Then, fundraise or donate a minimum of $50 to support animals in Pima County!

    Date

    Starts at:  March 2, 2025 11:00 AM
    Ends at:  March 2, 2025 3:00 PM

    Location

    North 6th Avenue & East 7th Street
    N 6th Ave to E 7th St
    Tucson,AZ 85705 USA

    Contact

    popp@friendsofpacc.org

    Why Participate?

    It's a heartwarming occasion to honor the enchanting animals that enrich our world while extending a helping paw to those still seeking a human heart to cherish.

    Imagine a parade where love and joy cascade through every cheer, wag, and purr! Live entertainment that resonates with our collective celebration of animal companionship, games that echo with laughter, gleaming cars, and a sea of adorable animals, each a small universe of love in varied shapes and sizes. Could anything be more heartwarming than sharing a jubilant day with your playful pooch, cavorting with your curious cat, or reveling with your remarkable reptile?

    This undeniable love and joy converge at the 4th annual Tucson Subaru Pets of Pima Parade. So, come, let’s #Parade4PACC, celebrate, support, and march toward a future where every pet finds a loving home and every home relishes the love of a pet.

    Here is the 2023 FOX11 / MY18 Broadcast

    Excitement filled the air as our charismatic hosts, chief meteorologist Erin Christiansen and former PACC director Jose Ocaño, led us through an unforgettable day during the last parade. Their passion for animal welfare and vibrant personalities brought an extra dash of sparkle to the festivities, guiding us through a day where every moment was a snapshot of joy and every story a testimony of the beautiful bond we share with our pets.

    If you missed it or want to relive the memories, dive into the sea of fun and festivities by checking out the video. Just imagine — next time, that could be YOU lighting up the screen with your pet, sharing your heartwarming stories, and inspiring more people to join our noble cause!

    Parade Route

    The Parade returns to 6th Ave and 7th Street. The assembly area will be on 6th Ave between 2nd Street and Speedway. Progressing south, the 0.65 miles route turns east on Seventh Street and concludes at Seventh Street & Fifth Ave.

    But the fun doesn't end there! If you keep heading east on Seventh St, you encounter the Friends of PACC Festival—where there will be live music, food, dozens of vendors, and fun for all ages and species!

    Thanks To Our Generous Sponsors